Shop Meter Worker Trainee - Richmond, United States - Dominion Energy

Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy
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Richmond, United States

1 month ago

Mark Lane

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Description
At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That's right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and Dominion Energy aims to shape the future of energy in America.

We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever.

We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that's proud of its rich legacy.

Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered "yes," then read on

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.


Job Summary:


  • Performs various functions of the Meter Shop relating to the inspection, programming and testing of electric meters, metering equipment and auxiliary metering devices.
  • Works with a variety of meters and metering technology.
  • Responds to inquiries from internal and external customers.
  • Maintains weekly production reports. Works closely with Engineering & Planning, as well as, project teams.
  • Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
  • The starting pay rate will be $23.45 per hour advancing progressively to $25.93 per hour after one year.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:

  • Proficient personal computer skills
  • Cut, copy, paste functions
  • Knowledge of file formats and saving into proper directories
  • Microsoft office products
  • Ability to advance through a 6 step developmental program. The steps will overview everything from safe work practices, metering concepts, mathematics and electrical theory. At the end of each step a proficiency test must be taken and passed to advance to the next level.
  • Performs bench testing and calibration of mechanical and solid state meters.
  • Performs interrogation and programming of meters and related equipment.
  • Skill in the use of hand tools needed for making required repairs and adjustments.
  • In later steps, perform bench testing on CT, VT and CVT transformers.
  • Installs meter communication devices or upgrades as required.
  • Ability to work in a team environment or independently.
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
  • Ability to follow company safety practices and policies.
Desired Qualifications

  • Skill in basic electricity and electronics, as applied to electrical wiring, power and meters.
  • Familiarity with using basic electrical equipment such as volt, ohm and ammeter's.
  • Working in production environments.
  • Skill in reading schematic diagrams and wiring layouts.
  • General problemsolving skills.
  • Effective verbal written and communication skills.
  • Basic knowledge of AMI and AMR systems, their components and associated communication technology

Education Requirements:


  • GED or HS diploma required
Technical/Associates educations are advantageous

  • Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for formal degrees or certificates
    Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description:

Working Conditions:


Other Working Conditions:


Test Description:


  • No Testing Required

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Other Information
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.


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